Introducing the Iron Monkey Strength team

Meet the fitness experts ready to help you achieve your fitness goals.

About Iron Monkey Strength

Our team of fitness and nutrition professionals are invested in your health. We make every decision with our members’ well-being in mind. Achieve your goals with us!

Jason Giles

Founder, CSCS, StrongFirst Elite
Jason started his fitness career in college, back in 2002. He started by teaching Yoga and Pilates classes for The Bobby E. Leech Center at Florida State University. After receiving his BFA in Visual Arts and Dance from FSU, he moved to New York City hoping to start a career in concert dance. Life had other plans for him.

As bills piled up and money ran out Jason was forced to shelve his dance ambitions and just get a job. He was hired by New York Sports Clubs in the Summer of 2006. He went on to become a Fitness Manager and Master Trainer. In 2008 he went back to school at Hunter College and then later Nassau Community College to study Science focused curriculum with the plan to go to Physical Therapy School. As he studied he continued to personal train privately and work as a Rehabilitation Aide at STARS Physical Therapy in East Meadow. Jason went on to earn his StrongFirst SFG and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) from NSCA. In 2015 he was hired by Lifetime Fitness to be a part of the Fitness Professionals to open up their new location in Garden City NY. While working there he continued to train and grow gaining considerable experience and credentials: SFG2, SFL, FRCms, Flexible Steel Level 1, Flexible Steel Indian Clubs, PlanStrong, USA Weightlifting Coach Level 1, among others. As he worked and studied he began to have a vision of a different kind of training gym. Jason saw a gym that taught its patrons how to properly lift with kettlebells, barbells, and bodyweight. That had a system that was martial arts like to progress its students. It was that vision that has led to the founding of Iron Monkey Strength. Jason continues to train and learn. Most recently he achieved his StrongFirst Elite status which was a 5 year goal set when he first opened Iron Monkey Strength.

Mel Daniels

NUTRITION COACH

Mel Daniels is a dedicated nutrition coach at Iron Monkey Strength, renowned for her holistic approach to health and wellness. With a passion for helping clients achieve their fitness goals through personalized nutrition plans, 

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Kari Robinson

FITNESS COACH
Kari Robinson is a dynamic fitness coach at Iron Monkey Strength, celebrated for her energetic and motivating training sessions. With a background in sports science and years of experience in the fitness industry, Kari specializes in creating effective workout routines that cater to all fitness levels. Her enthusiasm and dedication inspire clients to push their limits and achieve their personal best.
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James Cormack

POWERLIFTING COACH
James Cormack is a skilled powerlifting coach at Iron Monkey Strength, esteemed for his expertise in strength training and competitive lifting. With a solid foundation in exercise physiology and extensive experience in powerlifting, James designs comprehensive training programs that enhance strength, technique, and performance.
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State-of-the-Art Gym Equipment

At Iron Monkey Strength, we pride ourselves on providing top-of-the-line equipment to ensure our clients achieve their fitness goals. Our facility is equipped with IPF and USAW rated barbells, Concept2 rowers, 2 full sized lifting platforms, and kettlebells that range from 4.5kg to 48kg. In addition we have Ancore Cables, Thompson Fat Bells, Sleds, GHD/Nordic Curl apparatus, TRX, and Indian Exercise Clubs.
Equipment closeup at Iron Monkey Strength

Unique Features and Facilities

At Iron Monkey Strength, we pride ourselves on having top-of-the-line equipment. We also make use of amazing technology to help you achieve your goals. This includes the use of TrainHeroic App to deliver and track exercise plans and progress. We have an InBody 580 Body Scanner which delivers to you, via the InBody App, a detailed report on your muscle mass, body fat, visceral fat, and even your basal metabolic rate. Everything at Iron Monkey Strength is here to help you achieve your goals.

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